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Are We A Good Fit?

Working Together Should Be Fun and Profitable.

Let's Find Out If We're A Good Fit

Not every business is ready for strategic marketing partnership. And that's okay.

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Whether you're considering fractional CMO leadership, a focused growth accelerator, or strategic advisory, this partnership model works best when there's alignment—between your business stage, your leadership mindset, and your readiness to leverage marketing strategically rather than tactically.​

Let's be honest about whether this makes sense for both of us.

You Might Be A Great Fit If:

You're at the right business stage. â€‹

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  • You're generating consistent revenue (even if you want to grow it).

  • You have operational systems in place (even if they need refinement).

  • You're ready to invest in strategic growth, not just survival mode.

  • You have the capacity to scale (or are building toward it).

You have the right leadership mindset.​

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  • You understand that marketing touches everything: Operations, HR, Sales, Product Development, Leadership, and other departments.

  • You're ready to stop doing marketing yourself and delegate to specialized expertise.

  • You value strategic guidance, not just task execution.

  • You're willing to make decisions based on data, not just gut feelings.

  • You're open to being challenged on your assumptions about what "marketing" means.

You're ready for partnership, not a vendor.​

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  • You want a strategic advisor who helps you think through growth decisions.

  • You're committed to transparent communication (we'll ask tough questions, and we expect honest answers).

  • You can provide access to necessary data, platforms, and team members.

  • You're willing to review and approve deliverables within reasonable timeframes.

  • You understand this is a collaboration, not outsourcing marketing to "someone else's problem".

You align with our values.​

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  • You value honesty and transparency in business relationships, no hidden agendas, no smoke and mirrors.

  • You're willing to be vulnerable about what's working and what's not (because real growth requires real honesty).

  • You operate with strong ethics, doing right by your clients, your team, and your community matters to you.

  • You're building something for the greater good, not just personal gain; you care about the impact your business has beyond the bottom line.

  • You believe profit and purpose can coexist, and you're committed to growing better, not just bigger.

What Makes This Partnership Work?

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The most successful engagements happen when:

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You bring: Leadership commitment, transparent communication, business data, willingness to implement, and trust in the strategic process.

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We bring: Strategic marketing expertise, cross-functional thinking, hands-on execution, performance accountability, and honest counsel (even when it's hard to hear).

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Together we create: Marketing systems that scale, clear growth roadmaps, data-driven decisions, and sustainable business expansion

This Probably Isn't A Good Fit If:

Your business isn't ready yet.​

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  • You're still figuring out product-market fit.

  • You don't have consistent revenue or cash flow.

  • You need someone to "do marketing cheap" rather than invest strategically.

  • You're in pure survival mode with no capacity to implement recommendations

You're looking for something different.​

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  • You want someone to just "post on social media" or execute tactics without strategy.

  • You need a full-time employee (not strategic partnership).

  • You want a large agency with account managers and layers of bureaucracy.

  • You're looking for guaranteed results with zero risk or investment.

  • You want marketing handled "over there" without your involvement.

The timing isn't right.​

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  • You can't commit to regular strategic planning and collaboration.

  • You're not ready to share financial data, performance metrics, or access to systems.

  • You're expecting immediate results without investing in foundation work.

  • You're not open to strategic recommendations that might challenge current assumptions.

Still Not Sure?

Here are some questions to ask yourself:

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  • Am I ready to stop wearing the marketing hat? (Or do I secretly enjoy doing it myself?)

  • Do I have the budget to invest in strategic marketing leadership? (If professional marketing investment feels impossibly high, we're likely not aligned on business stage)

  • Am I willing to let someone challenge my thinking about marketing? (Or do I just want someone to execute my ideas?)

  • Can I commit to being an active partner in this process? (Or am I hoping to just "set it and forget it"?)

  • Do I value strategic guidance as much as tactical execution? (Or am I primarily looking for "doers"?)

 

If you answered "yes" to most of these, we should talk.

Types of Businesses We Partner With

We work across industries, but most of our clients fall into these categories:

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Nonprofit Leaders
Building sustainable growth, expanding mission impact, optimizing donor engagement, and modernizing marketing systems.

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Professional Service Firms
Attorneys, financial advisors, consultancies, and B2B service providers scaling beyond referrals and establishing thought leadership.

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Growing Businesses
Companies across industries ready to modernize marketing, build scalable systems, and leverage marketing as a strategic growth engine.

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What they have in common: Visionary leadership, commitment to values-driven growth, and readiness for strategic partnership.

Ready To Explore a Partnership?

Not Quite Ready? That's Okay!

If you're nodding your head thinking "Yes, this is exactly what I need," let's have a conversation. Book a Free Clarity Call.

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We'll discuss:

  • Where you are and where you want to go

  • Whether strategic marketing partnership makes sense for your business stage

  • What engagement model might work best (ongoing leadership, focused sprint, strategy intensive, brand audit)

  • Whether we're genuinely a good fit for each other

 

No pressure. No sales pitch. Just honest conversation.

If you're thinking "This sounds great, but the timing isn't right," here are some resources:

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Download: Free Guide - Profit With Purpose
Real-world strategies to build trust, connect with your audience, and grow with clarity and confidence

 

Subscribe: The Marketing Brief

Monthly insights, simplified strategy, and inspiration delivered to your inbox

 

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Thought leadership, marketing insights, and behind-the-scenes perspectives on strategic growth

 

When you're ready, we'll be here.

Mel Robbins

Bestselling Author, Speaker, & Personal Development Coach

"You have been assigned this mountain so you can show others that it can be moved."

I work with small and midsize businesses, nonprofits, and entrepreneurs committed to equity and impact. I support LGBTQIA+ rights, social and environmental justice, civil rights, and mental health advocacy. I believe in dismantling systems of oppression—patriarchy, white supremacy, and diet culture—and stand with Black Lives Matter and communities of color. As a Compassionate Warrior, I create inclusive spaces grounded in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Wellness, and Belonging (DEIWB).

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